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Alpha Environmental Services Inc
4.7(
134
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Serving Sweet Home, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have use Alpha on a couple of my houses now. Each time, they have been very professional, timely and explain the situation very well. They present all the options and arrive as promised"
Heating Oil Tank
Radon Reduction System
Removal of Underground Tank
Response time1 day
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Fastrak Oregon, LLC
4.1(
213
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Serving Sweet Home, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Leo tested my home for mold and air quality. He was friendly and professional. Leo responded quickly, tested and completed clean-up. His knowledge and skills were evident. I enjoyed working with Leo, I highly recommend Fastrak service."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Scherluck, LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Sweet Home, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

SCHERLUCK, LLC- We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service. It is our mission to provide the best inspections for our clients and complete customer satisfaction from start to finish. We specialize Moisture Intrusion and Asbestos inspections. Sampling materials for mold, asbestos and radon. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional and thorough manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\nPlease call us today to schedule your appointment! \n

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Environmental Testing & Training NorthWest
4.0(
1
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Serving Sweet Home, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The company rep collected site samples quickly ... in and out in about 20 minutes. And, the company turned the report around in two days. The service was a pricy, mostly due to the fixed call-out fee. The cost per sample was higher than one other instance that I know of but not unreasonable."
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Fastrak Oregon, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Sweet Home, OR and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We are certified for asbestos surveys by EPA. DEQ AND YOUR REGIONAL AIR QUALITY AGENCY for testing and corrective action. Also can test for appox.. 90 Volatile airborne organics. Fastrak understands the growing demand for more in-depth information about the home or building and its environment. In some areas of the inspection. we will use infrared thermal imaging technology to help identify potential Unseen water issues. Issue a work order and lab sampling reports. No charge for phone consultation. No travel charge or write up fees. Your inspector has been a home inspector for 40- yrs. 25 yrs. mold inspector and appx 20 yrs Asbestos inspector. offering phone consultation and on site inspection survey.

Response time11 hrs
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FAQs for asbestos testing projects in Sweet Home, OR

Asbestos appears as long, thin, or curled mineral fibers that are not visible to the naked eye under normal conditions. Homes constructed before 1989 are more likely to contain this material, so a professional inspection is essential. Because asbestos identification requires specialized techniques, having a certified inspector assess your property is the safest way to confirm its presence and protect your family’s health.

Free asbestos testing services do not exist. You can purchase testing kits online for $30 per unit, and these kits include lab fees, return shipping, consultation, sampling media, and the final results. The results from a kit are less detailed and accurate than those provided by a certified asbestos testing professional. Since collecting a sample exposes you to harmful fibers, hiring a professional is essential to ensure safety and accurate testing.

Receiving asbestos test results takes one to seven days, but different labs offer varying turnaround times. When expedited processing is arranged, the laboratory completes analysis within 24 hours; standard processing requires up to two weeks. Hiring a certified professional ensures that all samples are collected correctly and results are provided without delay, safeguarding your home throughout the process.

Home insurance doesn't often cover asbestos testing and removal. Many policies have a clause called a "pollution exclusion," which means they do not cover indoor pollutants like asbestos. However, your insurance company might cover something like asbestos siding removal costs if it is released due to things beyond your control, such as storm damage.

If a DIY project or accident in your home releases harmful fibers, you must pay for the test and removal.

Yes, you can legally inspect and remove asbestos in your house as long as it's a single-family home and not a multi-family unit. However, the EPA strongly recommends hiring an asbestos abatement pro since testing can be dangerous.

Pros have all the right tools and safety equipment, and you risk breathing in the fibers by taking samples yourself. They also know how to collect samples and safely dispose of materials properly.

Asbestos encapsulation is a process that seals asbestos-containing materials with a protective barrier to prevent the release of harmful fibers. It serves as an alternative to complete removal when full abatement is not necessary. Encapsulation costs between $2 and $6 per square foot, offering a cost-effective option that contains asbestos safely when applied by a certified professional.